Maintenance Supervisor - Seating B shift
Yanfeng · Fountain Inn, SC
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor reliability role at Yanfeng (automotive) in Fountain Inn, SC. In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- TPM, Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Automation, Welding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 87 other live reliability postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 45%
- ✓ PLC 36%
- ✓ Welding 33%
- ✓ EHS / safety 32%
- ✓ Root cause 20%
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This plant: Yanfeng in Fountain Inn
4 other open roles at this site.
- Engineer, Quality - Seating · Quality
- Controls Technician - Seating A · Controls · Technician
- Controls Technician - Seating B shift · Controls · Technician
- Production Supervisor - B shift Seating Division · Production · Supervisor
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Job Summary
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance team to ensure maximum up time of production equipment used in automotive seating manufacturing. This role oversees preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities, with a strong focus on PLC-controlled systems, automation, and SAP-based maintenance processes (PM/CM). Ensures compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
Essential functions of the job
- ◆Supervise a team of maintenance technicians across multiple shifts.
- ◆Assign daily work priorities and ensure timely resolution of equipment issues.
- ◆Train and mentor technicians on troubleshooting, safety procedures, and system usage, including SAP PM transactions.
- ◆Ensure maintenance activities support production targets and quality requirements.
- ◆Lead troubleshooting and repair of equipment including PLC-controlled systems (Allen-Bradley preferred), conveyors, robotics, welding cells, foam equipment, sewing/trim assembly stations, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
- ◆Review fault codes, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- ◆Minimize downtime through proactive problem-solving and standardized troubleshooting practices.
- ◆Modify and troubleshoot PLC logic (AB ControlLogix, CompactLogix).
- ◆Support automation upgrades, controls improvements, and integration projects.
- ◆Coordinate with engineering on process improvements and line optimization.
- ◆Manage maintenance activities through SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
- ◆Create, review, and close work orders for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- ◆Maintain equipment, master data, BOMs, and task lists.
- ◆Review maintenance history and analyze SAP data for downtime reduction and planning.
- ◆Ensure accurate documentation and timely SAP updates by the maintenance team.
- ◆Implement and manage PM/TPM programs through SAP.
- ◆Ensure PM compliance and continuous improvement of preventive routines.
- ◆Maintain accurate digital records of maintenance activities.
- ◆Ensure all maintenance work meets OSHA and plant safety standards.
- ◆Lead LOTO compliance, machine guarding inspections, and safe work practices.
- ◆Support internal and external audits for safety, quality, and compliance.
- ◆Oversee spare parts inventory levels and procurement through SAP.
- ◆Coordinate with contractors and OEMs for repairs, upgrades, and service agreements.
Required Education/Qualifications
- ✓Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical/Mechanical Technology, or equivalent experience required.
- ✓5+ years of maintenance experience in automotive manufacturing; seating experience preferred.
- ✓2+ years of supervisory or lead experience.
- ✓Strong PLC troubleshooting experience required.
- ✓SAP PM experience required (work orders, notifications, PM schedules, spare parts).
- ✓Skilled in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- ✓Experience with robotics is preferred.
- ✓Ability to read schematics and PLC ladder logic.
- ✓Knowledge of CMMS systems, preferably SAP.
- ✓Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making.
- ✓Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
- ✓Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.
Physical Ability
Requirements
- ✓Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Frequently
- ✓Movement (Walking): Frequently
- ✓Carry Weight (Lifting up to 40 lbs): Occasionally
- ✓Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Constantly
- ✓Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Frequently
Language Required and Preferred
English (Fluency with Reading, Writing, Speaking)
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Our Investment in You
- •Competitive Compensation Packages
- •11 Paid Holidays
- •PTO
- •Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- •401k Savings
- •Rewarding Healthy Behavior Program
- •Life and Disability Insurance
- •Supplemental Health Plans
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Company Discount Program
Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.
In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.
Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.